The ________ Component of Time Series Refers to the Erratic

question 34

Multiple Choice

The ________ component of time series refers to the erratic time-series movement that follows no recognizable or regular pattern.

• A)trend
• B)seasonal variation
• C)cycle
• D)irregular component
• E)predicted

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Definitions:

Behaviorism

A field of psychology that focuses on observing and controlling behavior through environmental stimuli and responses, rather than internal thoughts and feelings.

Watson

John B. Watson, an American psychologist who established the psychological school of behaviorism, emphasizing the study of observable behavior over internal mental states.

Behaviorism

A theory of learning based on the idea that all behaviors are acquired through conditioning and interaction with the environment, minimizing the role of heredity.

Skinner

B.F. Skinner, an influential American psychologist, known for his work in behaviorism and for developing the theory of operant conditioning.